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My fish swims to eat but then goes back to the bottom of the tank and stays there, I am treating him for ich too. His breathing is slow and steady but he just stays at the bottom of the tank. His friend died a few days ago too, could he be lonely ?
Thanks for reaching out about Nemo and including photos. There is no evidence of Ich in the photos. Have you tested water quality for pH, ammonia, nitrites and nitrates? Correct problems. If having difficulty breathing (slow gill rate) add an air stone. A veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. Good luck.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
- Health & Wellbeing
My fish is laying on the fake plant and barely moving.
There are several causes that can provoke these signs fro water imbalances to specific diseases like swim bladder ones. This problem requires a quite radical but logic approach. Begin by submitting a water sample for quality testing. Most pet stores will do this for free or a nominal fee. High ammonia levels, PH imbalances may be responsible for that. Oxygen concentration and quality of the filters should be determined as well. If water quality is good and there are no major imbalances, your fish should get examined to look for any sign of bacterial/fungal infection and eventually water should be treated. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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All of my 7 Fush are gulping on the top of the tank and I'm doing a water change now will that help I'm really scared pls help
Check the temperature and make sure the water is not too hot (heater defective?), check the pH and also the hardness and make sure they are within the parameters needed for your fish. Change 1/3 of the tank's water. Check the filter and make sure it is not plugged up with a lot of food and poop. Rinse the filter in warm water (same temperature as the water in the tank) so you do not kill off the good bacteria which keep the water clean. Check Nitrite(toxic) and nitrate (not toxic) levels. All this should help you ensure the perfect environment for your fish. If you do not have way to oxygenate the water you may want to extend the return pipe of your filter to the surface or above the surface of the water in order to make it integrate oxygen from the air.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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hello i am treating my 75 gallon tank for ick for the 9th day my temp is at 83 degrees i just notice one of my Oscar fish constantly opening and closing his mouth and hanging in a cave at the bottom not moving around the tank as usual is this a caus
Add an airstone or two or a bubblewand. Either will increase oxygenation. Warm water does not hold as much oxygen and cool water, so it could be stressing your Oscar. As long as he can fit the Tetras, or other tank mates, in his mouth, he will likely continue to eat them.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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I got some new fish yesterday but I am not sure what type they are as they were s gift. They are black and a bit small. I want to know what type of fish they are and what they would need. Can you please help me with what type pf fish they are and wha
As for what kind of tank you will need: Basically a square fish tank, do not get a bowl. You will likely need a heater and an air pump, and a thermometer, It is easiest to by a complete kit at a pet shop. As for size of tank: The bigger is always the better....however a minimum size will be determined by the type of fish and their average size they will grow into, So once we know what type of fish you have and how many, we can tell you how big your tank needs to be and what type of "furniture" (rocks, plants, gravel) you will need.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
